Mayor Mike McGinn had hoped the council would put the $243 million, 30-year bond measure on the May 18 ballot. But last week the council said no.

McGinn says the viaduct seawall needs to be replaced for safety reasons. But Conlin says the council needs a more complete financing package from McGinn and must consider the project within the context of replacing the entire Alaskan Way Viaduct and future spending considerations.

If placed on the ballot and approved by 60 percent of voters, the measure will cost an owner of a $400,000 home about $50 a year.